Construction Laborer – General Trades

About the role

Granite Construction is seeking motivated individuals to join its crew as Construction Laborers. You will work on a variety of civil projects, assisting skilled tradespeople and helping to deliver high‑quality infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Measure distances from grade stakes, drive stakes, and stretch tight lines.
• Place bolts, nails, alignments, and blocks under forms.
• Signal equipment operators to align and adjust machinery to grade specifications.
• Level earth to fine‑grade specifications using hand tools.
• Mix and place concrete with a portable mixer; smooth and finish freshly poured concrete.
• Erect, adjust, and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, and braces.
• Perform hand‑tool tasks such as sawing lumber, dismantling forms, and removing projects from concrete.

Required profile

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to follow specific directions and repeat short‑duration tasks.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift 50‑100 lb loads, climb ladders, and work in crouched positions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.

Required skills

• Concrete mixing and finishing.
• Scaffolding erection and dismantling.
• Earth grading and stake‑out.
• Formwork installation and alignment.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on large‑scale civil infrastructure projects.
• Training and development in construction trades.
• Competitive benefits as a drug‑free, equal‑opportunity employer.